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NOC 72410 · TEER 2
Automotive Service Technician and Express Entry: NOC 72410 (TEER 2)
72410
NOC 2021 code
2
TEER
$29.89
Median hourly wage, Canada (Job Bank)
1
2026 EE categories
Automotive service technicians diagnose, repair and maintain the mechanical, electrical and electronic systems of cars, buses and light commercial trucks. The group also covers truck and transport mechanics, truck-trailer repairers and mechanical repairers on vehicle assembly lines. Apprentices are included.
Express Entry fit
FSWPossible
TEER 0–3 work counts toward FSW.
CECPossible
One year of this work in Canada can qualify for CEC.
FSTPossible
This NOC is in an FST-eligible trade group.
Category-based rounds this occupation is listed for
| Category | Latest round | CRS | Invitations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport occupations | #434 · Aug 7, 2026 | 470 | 300 |
What the work involves
Main duties
- Road test vehicles and use computer diagnostics to find faults
- Repair or replace parts in engines, brakes, steering, suspension, exhaust and electrical systems
- Test repaired systems against manufacturer specifications
- Carry out scheduled maintenance such as oil changes and tune-ups
- Explain completed work and future repair needs to customers
- Repair chassis, air brakes and trailer systems on commercial trucks (truck and transport mechanics)
Example job titles
- Automotive service technician
- Automobile mechanic
- Brake systems mechanic
- Bus mechanic
- Transmission mechanic
- Truck and transport mechanic
- Truck-trailer repairer
- Tune-up specialist - motor vehicle
Employment requirements
- Secondary school plus trade training or a vocational program
- A four-year apprenticeship, or over four years of work experience with industry courses, to be eligible for trade certification
- Red Seal endorsement is available through the interprovincial exam
Trade certification is compulsory for automotive service technicians in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Ontario and Alberta, and voluntary in the other provinces and territories; some sub-trades have their own rules.
Official sources
- noc.esdc.gc.caNOC 2021 Version 1.0 unit group profileChecked 2026-10-01
- jobbank.gc.caJob Bank wage reportChecked 2026-10-01
- jobbank.gc.caJob Bank outlook reportChecked 2026-10-01
- canada.caIRCC: Federal Skilled Trades eligible NOC groupsChecked 2026-10-01